Do you need security measures for ESET gaming PCs?The reason why the lightweight operation is perfect

　Speaking of a comfortable gaming environment, a gaming PC equipped with high -speed CPU and video card.If the performance is low, the screen display will be jerky with low quality, so it may not be a game in the first place.

　In addition, in order to enhance realism, we want to stick to the sound, and if we value operability, we cannot remove gaming gears such as game pads, keyboards, and mice.If you want to go further, you will also see high refresh rate displays and gaming chairs.

　Security measures tend to be unexpectedly neglected in pursuing such gaming environments.So, do we need security measures for gaming PCs?

　In conclusion, gaming PCs that only use in games need security measures.

Security risk on gaming PCs

　The following is mainly for user security anxiety in gaming PCs:

● Malware infection risk when you step on a suspicious link with access to the capture site or SNS ● Leakage risk such as credit card information entered by purchasing or billing games ● Games with similar passwords and reused.Risk of leakage of account information

　Naturally, gaming PCs mean "high game performance", not for games.Functionally, it is no different from a general PC, so it is necessary to take measures against threats such as viruses and phishing frauds.

　In addition to this, there is a security risk for enjoying games.One of them is taking over the game account.

　This is not a cute thing that plays the game without permission.Specifically, it is possible that the characters that have been nurtured over a long period of time are erased, and the rare items obtained with their thoughts are stolen.In addition, these in -game assets are often traded with real money, so they may be sold out of accounts, not only items, but also characters.

　If only one specific game is, the damage is still small, but it goes without saying that if you are hijacked with a game platform account like Steam, the damage will be even greater.

　Another risk is the damage from the communication tools between users.In games where team play is important, you often use not only games but also chat tools such as Discord, but these tools can receive fraudulent messages.

　Don't click on a suspicious link, like emails and SNS, but the reality is that you can't prevent incorrect clicks due to operation mistakes.Also, when I clicked it because it was a message from an acquaintance, it was possible that my acquaintance's account had already been taken over ...

　I would like to install security software on the gaming PC to minimize the damage related to these games and to prevent it as before, but the reason for the introduction of security software on the gaming PC is still.teeth,

● Because the operation is simply heavy. ● I don't want to be disturbed because pop -ups are started during the game.

　That's the place.

　Therefore, I would like to recommend "ESET Internet Security" and "ESET Smart Security Premium".Let's raise the reason how it is suitable for the game.

1.2. There is almost no effect on the game due to the light operation.2. Equipped with "game mode" that can temporarily stop updating and scanning.3. Prevents access to fraudulent sites.Equipped with "Internet Banking Protection" to protect input such as credit card information.You can use the password management tool "Password Manager" (ESET Smart Security Premium only)

　Let's introduce what kind of functions they are and how to actually use them.

Since the operation is light, it has little effect on the game

　The operation of ESET is very light, and when other processes are running, the priority may drop, so even when using a general PC, you will not notice that it is working.If you are a gaming PC, you will not have to worry because it has even higher performance.

　According to a questionnaire survey conducted by Canon IT Solutions to about 5,000 ESET personal products in December 2021, about 93 % of satisfaction, regarding gameplay on a PC installed on ESET.It is said that it was obtained.

　In an impact survey on play speed, about 92 % answered that they were "satisfied (no effect)."Also, in an impact survey on play operations, about 91 % answered that they were "satisfied (no effect)."

　However, I'm worried about how much the effect will actually be.

　So, let's verify it on an old PC with low performance, which will make a more prominent difference.

　I used a small PC equipped with Ryzen 5 Pro 2400GE (4 core/8 threads) and a 16GB memory.Comparing the score changes in the benchmark in two patterns when all the ESET operation is stopped on this PC, the ESET resident protection function is operated, and the entire file scan is executed on "Computer Testing".I tried.

　The benchmark software uses "Final Fantasy XIV: Akatsuki's Final Reten Mark".The image quality is the preset "standard quality (desktop PC)", and the resolution is "1920 x 1080" (full screen).

Score when ESET is temporarily stopped

Score when ESET is temporarily stoppedが、3753。ここからどのくらいスコアが低下するかに注目だ

Score when ESET is operated and all file scans are executed

3625 when ESET is operated and all file scans are executed.Although it decreases, its width is small

　Sometimes I was doing file scans, and there was a slight difference in the score.However, the difference is just a little 3%.Even if a file scan begins during the game, few people will notice this difference.

　By the way, the score was 3746 when the resident protection was operated and the file scan was not performed.Although the score has fallen, this is the range of errors.It can be said that there is no effect on the game if it is resident protection alone.

　Since only this is a low -performance PC, there is no problem with high -performance gaming PCs.

"Equipped with a" game mode "that allows you to temporarily stop updating and scanning

　It turns out that there is almost no effect on the game even during operations such as resident protection and all file scans, but the use of PC resources is the update of programs and definition files.It is expected that the load will change greatly depending on the update content, but I would like to stop during the game if possible.

　ESET is equipped with a "game mode" that temporarily stops file scanning by updates and schedules.Since this mode is enabled, the update is not performed, so it has the advantage of minimizing the impact on the game.

　The usage is easy, only enabling the "game mode" function from the "computer protection" in the "settings" on the main screen.

Game mode can be enabled from computer protection settings.From the detailed settings, you can also set automatic migration at full screen.

　Depending on the settings, it is possible to automatically move to the game mode when displaying the full screen.If you use it frequently, use this function.

　Of course, it is not only updated but also pop -up notifications.There is no worry that the game will be interrupted by unintended full screen display.

Prevents access to fraudulent sites, etc.

　Like emails and SNS, even communication tools used for games may be guided to fraudulent sites."I'm worried if I'm infected with the virus? You can get rid of it for free from this link." "Winned in in -game items," "Download high -quality patches from here."You may have seen something that pretends to be kind and tried to click the link.

　Since it is a long sentence in e -mail, delicate Japanese phrases may make you feel uncomfortable, but SNS and communication tools are short sentences, so you often click them in a loss.

　A common trick is to steal your account ID and password at the link.In addition, there are some that encourage credit card information input to identify identity.If you don't realize that you're being deceived, you'll enter according to the instructions on the screen.

　Even in such a case, if ESET is installed, it will block access to fraudulent sites firmly, preventing damage.

Speaking of the "Internet Protection" function, it is a scene where "Web access protection" and "phishing countermeasures function" are active.

　Of course, overconfidence is forbidden as it is possible to skip the block of ESET, but there is no doubt that it will prevent failure due to operation mistakes with a high probability.Security software is important to prevent damage.

Equipped with "Internet Banking Protection" that protects credit card information, etc.

　The ESET's "Internet Banking Protection" function disables the add -on and protects the content entered from the keyboard.It is a function to enhance the security of the browser.

　The name is "Internet Banking Protection", but this function can be used other than online banks.If you use it when you log in to the game platform from the browser, you can use it more safely.

"Internet banking protection" function that allows browsers to be used more safely.The content of the input is hard to be stolen

　Of course, I would like to use it for Internet banking, the use of credit card companies, and online shopping.

You can use the password management tool "Password Manager"

　"Password Manager" works as a browser extension and can safely store and manage IDs, passwords, and credit card information.This feature can only be used in "ESET Smart Security Premium", but it has a strong password automatic generation function and a versatility that can share input information not only with PCs but also with smartphones and tablets, so it can be conveniently used as a password management tool.The advantage is.

　If you manage the game account information with this "Password Manager", you can prevent reusing passwords, minimizing the damage in case of information leakage.

"Password Manager" that can manage your ID and password.It is easy to enhance security because you do not have to remember difficult passwords yourself

　Basically, it operates on the browser, so it does not support automatic input on the game platform or game title, but it is possible to manage itself.It is a good idea to use it as a place where you can safely store information such as ID and password.

　ESET has the optimal function for gaming PCs in this way, but what is the actual use?Speedy Sueoka, a pretty gachi gamer among the ASCII editorial staff, had ESET installed on his own gaming PC and reported its usability.

Gachi Gamer Speedy Sueoka of the ASCII editorial department tried "ESET Internet Security" on a BTO gaming PC!

　I bought a gaming PC, and the game environment became almost a PC.I also have PS4 and Xbox, but I buy and play with all the games that can only be played on PS4.GAME PASS also supports the PC, and the PC that can be shifted to the game as soon as the work is over is still comfortable.

　However, it is security when playing on a PC.Although it is a game -only PC, in addition to Steam, various gaming platform accounts such as Xbox, EA and UBI are required.All of them have registered as a credit card, so it's scary considering the risks that may leak into a potato ceremony.So, of course, security software is included, but it is also a problem to move in the background during a game that competes for two seconds.I thought security and gaming were ambivalent relationships.

　However, I heard that ESET is a security software equipped with "game mode", and I decided to install it immediately and play the game.This game mode, updates and scanning during the game, stopping the CPU as much as possible.

The game mode is enabled arbitrarily.Of course, it also supports applications that use full -screen screens other than games

　It is an obedient impression that it does not change at all as usual.In fact, when I looked at the task manager, the CPU was 0 % and I didn't eat any memory.

When you are not running the game (during your regular work).The CPU usage rate is 0 %

"Fort Knight" is almost the same even during play.In fact, I was able to play smoothly so smoothly that I couldn't understand the change at all

　It is safe for gamers that the game does not affect the game even if the security software is moved.I will charge and use it after the free period is over.I'm used to charging (because it's a gamer).

In the game environment, security measures are important gaming PC security with ESET!

　In the game environment, the performance and gears are just looking, but if you think of it as an environment where you actually play the game, basic security measures are essential.If you are thinking about it because you only have games, there is a danger of being attached from there.

　It's already a story that security software will be a game jam.With ESET, the load is light, and the notification function that hinders play can be turned off, so it can be used without consciousness.

　I would also recommend enhancing security in ESET to play games with confidence without being damaged by account hijacking.

(Provided by Canon Marketing Japan)